Chemistry: A Molecular Approach (3rd Edition)

by
Tro, Nivaldo J.

Published by
Prentice Hall

ISBN 10:
0321809246

ISBN 13:
978-0-32180-924-7

Chapter 8 - Sections 8.1-8.9 - Exercises - Problems by Topic: 66e

Answer

$[Ar]4s^{2}3d^{3}$
$[Ar]3d^{2}$

Work Step by Step

Write the electron configuration for an uncharged V atom. Three electrons must be removed from V to form the ion $V^{3+}$. Remove this electron to its energy level and change the corresponding electron configuration.